straighten
/ˈstreɪtən/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3618 in the learning path
弄直；变直
Definitions
v. Make something straight, or become straight.
弄直；变直
v. Move your body into an upright position.
挺直身体
Example
She paused to straighten her tie before the interview.
面试前，她停下来把领带理正。
Regular stretching can help office workers straighten their backs and reduce discomfort caused by prolonged sitting.
定期做伸展运动有助于办公室职员挺直背部，减轻久坐引起的不适。
Collocations
- straighten your back
- straighten up
- straighten out a problem
Word family
- straight (adj.)
Antonyms
- bend
Usage tip
straighten up可指挺直身体，也可指收拾整齐。
FAQ
- What does straighten mean?
- Make something straight, or become straight. Move your body into an upright position.
- How is straighten pronounced?
- UK /ˈstreɪtən/, US /ˈstreɪtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
